A’ja Wilson blocks Angel Reese in WNBA All-Star Game, shares apology
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 1:16 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
A’ja Wilson blocked Angel Reese during the WNBA All-Star Game at the United Center in Chicago on July 26. The unexpected play occurred in the second quarter, prompting laughter from both players despite Reese's stumble. Wilson, known for her defensive prowess, expressed her surprise and regret after the game, stating she typically avoids blocking shots in All-Star games. Reese played nine minutes, contributing five rebounds and four assists, but did not score following a recent injury. Jonquel Jones secured MVP honors, amassing 22 points, 13 rebounds, and eight assists during the contest.
- •Wilson blocked Reese's layup attempt, creating a memorable moment.
- •Reese only attempted one field goal, finishing scoreless in nine minutes.
- •Jonquel Jones was named MVP with 22 points and 13 rebounds.
- •Reese recently suffered a leg injury but participated in the All-Star Game.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Angel Reese’s Layup Misfire Leaves A’ja Wilson Apologizing After Unintentional Block Goes Viral
- 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I’m so sorry’ – A’ja Wilson apologizes to Angel Reese after viral WNBA All-Star Game moment
- 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — A’ja Wilson hilariously apologizes to Angel Reese after unexpected All-Star block
"The WNBA All-Star Game has now wrapped up in Chicago, and the Atlanta Dream’s Angel Reese ended the game scoreless despite being a double-double machine regularly. A’ja Wilson may be the one to blame here, as she blocked Reese as she was trying to put away a shot, as that play should have placed the power forward on the board.
"A’ja Wilson and Angel Reese shared a hilarious on-court moment during the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game. Wilson was one of the five starters for the winning Team Spoon, managed by WNBA legend Teresa Weatherspoon, while Reese came off the bench for Team Coop, managed by WNBA legend Sheryl Cooper.
"A’ja Wilson could not help herself against Angel Reese during the WNBA All-Star Game, but the Aces superstar quickly offered a hilarious apology.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 8:05 PMAngel Reese’s Layup Misfire Leaves A’ja Wilson Apologizing After Unintentional Block Goes Viral
The WNBA All-Star Game has now wrapped up in Chicago, and the Atlanta Dream’s Angel Reese ended the game scoreless despite being a double-double machine regularly. A’ja Wilson may be the one to blame here, as she blocked Reese as she was trying to put away a shot, as that play should have placed the power forward on the board.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 1:37 PM‘I’m so sorry’ – A’ja Wilson apologizes to Angel Reese after viral WNBA All-Star Game moment
A’ja Wilson and Angel Reese shared a hilarious on-court moment during the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game. Wilson was one of the five starters for the winning Team Spoon, managed by WNBA legend Teresa Weatherspoon, while Reese came off the bench for Team Coop, managed by WNBA legend Sheryl Cooper.
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 1:16 PMA’ja Wilson hilariously apologizes to Angel Reese after unexpected All-Star block
A’ja Wilson could not help herself against Angel Reese during the WNBA All-Star Game, but the Aces superstar quickly offered a hilarious apology.
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